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What is the definition of mispronounce?

To mispronounce means to pronounce a word incorrectly.

Here's a breakdown:

* Mis-: A prefix meaning "wrong" or "badly."

* Pronounce: To say a word or words aloud.

So, mispronounce literally means to "pronounce wrongly."

Here are some examples:

* Mispronouncing "library" as "liberry."

* Mispronouncing "often" as "offen."

* Mispronouncing "February" as "Febuary."

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